Question
My daughter is 3 years old. She recently started complaining of pain when swallowing, and I noticed she has a severe cough and a bit of a fever, as well as a lack of energy. What should I pay attention to in terms of diet when dealing with a child’s sore throat?
Answer
While treating a child’s tonsillitis, dietary considerations are also of great importance. It is generally recommended to give children more fruits and vegetables, as these contain rich nutritional elements that can help boost their immunity, thus aiding in the repair of the tonsils. Options like pears, watermelons, tangerines, and pomegranates are good choices for fruits, while green leafy vegetables and tomatoes are also great for vegetables. For daily meals, opt for easily digestible foods such as congee or noodles. Additionally, it’s important to ensure plenty of drinking water and to avoid eating foods like beef, mutton, dog meat, and seafood, which are considered spicy or stimulating. Furthermore, in daily life, it’s essential to help children develop good habits, which include not only healthy eating but also early to bed and early to rise, as well as moderate exercise.